Europe’s politics have lost direction and connection. This is a call to rebuild democracy, restore purpose, and return real power to people—before the system collapses under its own weight
The first week of October brought diverging fortunes for geared bulkers—Handysizes show strength while Ultramaxes face headwinds. Regional shifts and upcoming demand patterns reveal where opportunities are emerging next
During the week ending Friday, October 3rd, the dry bulk market slumped as Capesize vessels drove major losses across segments. Chinese Golden Week and iron ore demand slowdown weighed heavily on freight rates
Professor Yuen Kum Fai of NTU, Singapore, explains how AI is reshaping shipping—from Safety 4.0 and decarbonization to digital fluency and maritime leadership—highlighting both the challenges and opportunities in the evolving global maritime landscape
A maritime professional reflects on lessons from shipping that can inspire pathways to peace, emphasizing dignity, dialogue, and shared responsibility across divided communities
Weekly dispatch for the Handy and Ultramax sectors ending 26 September 2025: regional fundamentals, ASBA impact, and forecasts shaping the coming weeks for Atlantic, European, and Asian dry bulk markets
During the week ending Friday, September 26, the dry bulk cargo market moved unevenly, with Capes and Handies gaining, while Panamaxes and Supramaxes declined
The UAE is strengthening its role in global shipping through infrastructure, innovation, and regulatory clarity—positioning itself as a resilient maritime hub connecting East and West in an era of shifting trade dynamics
Covering the week ending September 19, 2025, this analysis reviews global shipping dynamics and offers forecasts for the coming weeks, highlighting strengths in the U.S. Gulf and ECSA, and challenges in SE Asia
During the week ending Friday, September 19, the dry bulk cargo market recorded marginal rises overall, led by double-digit gains in Capes, while other vessel segments showed mixed and subdued movements